Degree Completion (BS in Bible) | Online
The 天涯海角社区 online BS in Bible Degree Completion program is a Christ-centered, regionally accredited pathway designed for busy adults to finish their bachelor’s degree efficiently through a fully online format.
Why Degree Completion?
Students transfer in a 60-credit block (including at least 40 in general education) and complete 60 additional credits focused on in-depth Bible and theology courses鈥攕uch as Introduction to Christian Theology, Old Testament, and New Testament studies鈥攚hile benefiting from experienced faculty mentorship and biblical worldview integration.
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BS in Bible from Cairn
Biblical Integration
天涯海角社区 is committed to the centrality of Christ and the Word of God and is reflected in the curriculum and instruction. At Cairn, faith and truth do matter.
Academic Opportunity
The Cairn mission statement begins with education and ends with character, because we believe that education should change not only what you know, but who you are and what you do.
Experienced Faculty
Our courses are taught by faculty who are committed to your professional and spiritual growth. Students don鈥檛 just have professors, they have mentors who invest in them throughout the program and often remain connected long after graduation.
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Get an inside look at our BS in Bible Program
The Degree Completion Programs are听designed to educate students in an accelerated and accessible format so they may finish their college degrees. The programs are听intentionally centered upon the Lord Jesus Christ and His Word.
Degree Completion is built around dynamic and substantive core courses on the Scriptures and theology. The student has the opportunity to study the entire Bible in a rigorous academic setting with instructors committed to a conservative evangelical outlook. The biblical studies courses are complemented by a series of courses on Christian theology, which听provide instruction on all of the major doctrines of Christianity. Students learn to navigate many theological challenges.
The core biblical and theological studies curriculum provides a basis for serving Christ, while the program鈥檚 electives provide the next steps in career and/or educational opportunities. Students may also pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies. This degree includes the core biblical and theological studies curriculum, as well as a substantial number of arts and sciences courses.
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Upon completion of the program, the student will:
- Demonstrate improvement between their first and second years in biblical knowledge and Christian theology.
- Develop communication skills in writing and research.
- Demonstrate evidence of godly character through Christian service.
- Develop a bachelor鈥檚 degree-level understanding in biblical and theological studies.
All 天涯海角社区 students must have professed a faith in Jesus Christ as Savior as evidenced by providing a personal testimony that details this faith. By submitting an application, students acknowledge the University鈥檚 doctrinal position and standards of conduct as outlined in the听Foundational Statements. Below are the admission requirements for this program:
- Application:听Submit the听Application for Admission听along with the $25 non-refundable fee. Apply today using code听faithmatters听and we will waive the fee.听
- Transcripts: Order official transcripts for all conferred degrees to be sent to 天涯海角社区.
天涯海角社区 strives to keep tuition costs affordable despite providing a rigorous education. Courses are taught by Cairn faculty and not TAs.听
The tuition rate for the 2026-2027 academic year is听$4900 block rate per semester (12-18 credits) resulting in as little as $272/credit. 听Additional details on fees and part-time status are available on听this page.听
Christian school educators and employees may be eligible for the听$400/credit听discounted rate. 天涯海角社区 also partners with many organizations and offers tuition discounts. Please contact us to find out if your organization has a partnership with 天涯海角社区.听
Information on scholarships, grants, and loans is available from听this page.听
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#2 Christian College*
Cairn is a place that faithfully upholds the authority and centrality of Christ and the Bible in its programs, curriculum,听community, and ethos. Students are taught to think biblically about God, themselves, and the world in which they live.
*天涯海角社区 Ranks #2 in Glanzer鈥檚 Guide to Christian Colleges and Universities
Meet Our Faculty
Kevin McFadden
Professor of New Testament, School of Divinity
Kevin McFadden teaches New Testament courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Before coming to Cairn he studied New Testament Interpretation at Southern Seminary and taught for three years in the Christian Studies department at Louisiana College. He is originally from Michigan.
His main role at Cairn is teaching students how to read Greek in order to better understand and interpret the New Testament. His thoughts about the importance of learning the original languages of the Bible can be read . He is currently working on a book about faith in Pauline theology. He and his wife, Colleen, are members at Trinity Community Church in Abington, PA.
Brian Luther
Professor of Old Testament, School of Divinity
Dr. Brian Luther teaches various Bible classes, including Pentateuch, Old Testament, wisdom literature, and the Gospels.听 His research interests include ancient Jewish and Christian biblical interpretation, as well as interpreting and applying biblical narrative today.
Before pursuing biblical studies, Dr. Luther earned his doctorate in electrical engineering.听 Among more serious pursuits, this background prepared him to coach a high school robotics team, an opportunity that he looks forward to having again someday.
What Our Students Have To Say
Caleb Mayr
Cairn鈥檚 Biblical Studies program has taught me a great deal on the importance of Biblical and Systematic theology within one鈥檚 exegesis and hermeneutic when approaching the Scriptures. This program is one that I am proud to be a part of, and am glad that I鈥檝e had the ability to study under such great professors!
Frequently Asked Questions
Our program is intentionally grounded in God鈥檚 Word. Courses are thoughtfully designed by Cairn faculty to promote deep learning and active engagement through instructor-led instruction, research-driven activities, active learning, and meaningful interactions with peers and faculty.听At Cairn, the students鈥� education and experience is designed to shape听Christian character, cultivate wisdom, and prepare them to think, live, and serve biblically in an ever-changing world.
All courses, except the research courses, are structured in seven units and delivered in accelerated 7-week terms.
Each unit contains 5鈥�7 modular activities, including:
- Assigned readings and reading reflections
- Instructional videos from Cairn faculty
- Active learning activities
- Weekly application projects
- A component of the ongoing course research project
Faculty also schedule a few optional Zoom sessions throughout the term to connect with students and address questions.
Faculty are actively involved throughout the week鈥攇uiding learning activities, leading asynchronous discussions, grading work, and delivering personalized feedback. Online students also receive priority technical support and have access to valuable resources from the Masland Library and the Writing Lab.
Cairn is approved to offer financial aid because of its regional accreditation. There are many options available and typically students qualify for at least one type of federal aid. Many students receive scholarships and grants that make earning their degree even more affordable. Cairn offers a variety of scholarships and discounts in addition to options for loans and grants. Please refer to听this page听for details.听
Please note that international students are not eligible for financial aid.听
There are six entry points in the program: September, October, January, March, May, July.听
Provided you submit the enrollment materials, applications are typically processed within 2 weeks of submitting your application.听